Temple Grandin, autistic adult named on TIME's most influential people list, to speak at University of Redlands

Dr. Temple Grandin, an accomplished adult with autism will present "Thinking in Pictures: My Life With Autism" at 7 p.m. Jan. 22 in the Memorial Chapel at the University of Redlands.

"Grandin is world famous for overcoming her personal struggles with autism and has inspired people around the world as a champion for individuals with autism and their families," a press release from the UofR said. "She is among the few people who have broken through many of the neurological impairments associated with autism, developing unique coping strategies, including her famous squeeze machine, modeled after seeing the calming effect of squeeze chutes on cattle."

Grandin is also a professor of animal sciences at Colorado State University.

Her insights into animal behavior and innovations in livestock handling have revolutionized food-animal welfare, according to the UofR.

Her accomplishments as a speaker, author and advocate earned her a place among TIME Magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World in 2010, and her life story was the subject of the 2010 HBO biopic, "Temple Grandin," winner of seven Emmy awards and a Golden Globe.

"Thinking In Pictures" will offer information from the frontlines of autism, including treatment, medication and diagnosis, as well as Temple's insight into genius, savants and sensory phenomena.

This event will be presented by the University of Redlands Campus Diversity and Inclusion and the Ad-Hoc Working Group on Disability Issues.